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This experiential course applies business law concepts and theory to the practice of corporate law.  Through a series of simulations, students will encounter real-world scenarios and use practical lawyering skills as they learn to negotiate, draft and design the different deal documents in complex mergers and acquisitions and leveraged buyouts; negotiate and draft Private Equity fund formation documents; and simulate real-life cases of shareholder activism and other corporate governance issues. Student will be expected to submit several short written assignments as well as participate in a larger final project. The course is designed to be accessible to students without a business background.

This seminar is designed to provide students with a core foundation of practical knowledge and skills to succeed as an M&A lawyer. The course will involve interactive discussions focused on relevant, real-world M&A topics, a negotiation simulation, and hands-on assignments designed to mirror the types of things young M&A lawyers will be asked to do.

This course introduces students to the communication, teamwork, and leadership required of young practitioners. It is an expansion of a previous Wintersession seminar. It provides students with an understanding of theories of communication and leadership, hands-on experience developing group dynamics, and practice navigating difficult conversations and professional relationships.